#9 Today’s Medical Development’s Best of 2021: 3 questions to ask when transferring your molding program

If you’re seeking a new molding partner for an existing program, learn the three questions you must ask to identify the best team for your project.

Above: MGS’ in-house tool shop, located within its molding facility, is the first stop for any transfer program. Here, tools go through a rigorous inspection and maintenance process while MGS’ cross-functional team designs and builds out the optimal work environment.
Above: MGS’ in-house tool shop, located within its molding facility, is the first stop for any transfer program. Here, tools go through a rigorous inspection and maintenance process while MGS’ cross-functional team designs and builds out the optimal work environment.
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When it comes to tool transfer programs, there are many reasons you may be looking to move your project to a new supplier. You may be experiencing issues with quality, rising program costs, or missed deliveries. Or you could be an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) looking to reshore your medical molding due to COVID 19-related supply chain issues. Whatever reason, the most critical aspect of your transfer program is selecting the right contract manufacturer to successfully take over your program.

For medical device manufacturers seeking an alternative source of supply, consider these three attributes in a potential contract manufacturing partner:

• Proven process to handle tool transfer, whether it’s 1 or 100 tools

• In-house capabilities to support each aspect of the program

• Real, practical success stories demonstrating an ability to achieve your goals

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